The 20 MW of solar energy currently installed in Minnesota ranks the state 27th in the country in installed solar capacity. There is enough solar energy installed in the state to power 2,600 homes.

In 2014, $15 million was invested on solar installations in Minnesota.

Average installed residential and commercial photovoltaic system prices in Minnesota have fallen by 6% in the last year. National Prices have also dropped steadily -- by 8% from last year and 49% from 2010.

Notable Solar Installations in Minnesota

Slayton Solar Project was completed in 2013 by developer Ecos Energy. This photovoltaic project has the capacity to generate 2 MW of electricity-- enough to power over 300 Minnesota homes.

At 1 MW, IKEA Bloomington is among the largest solar installations in Minnesota. Completed in 2012 by SoCore Energy, this photovoltaic project has enough electric capacity to power more than 100 homes.

Solar Companies in Minnesota

There are currently more than 123 solar companies at work throughout the value chain in Minnesota. These companies provide a wide variety of solar products and services ranging from solar system installations to the manufacturing of components used in photovoltaic panels. These companies can be broken down across the following categories: 23 manufacturers, 10 manufacturing facilities, 47 contractor/installers, 9 project developers, 7 distributors and 37 engaged in other solar activities including financing, engineering and legal support.